Creating medical devices specifically for children
Southwest National Pediatric Device Consortium
This study is all about creating better medical devices for kids by bringing together experts and resources to help make sure these tools are safe and effective for young patients.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Baylor College of Medicine NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Houston, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10466837 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on addressing the critical need for medical devices designed for pediatric patients. It aims to overcome various challenges such as economic, regulatory, and clinical barriers that hinder the development of these devices. The Southwest Pediatric Device Consortium, based at Texas Children's Hospital and Baylor College of Medicine, connects innovators with resources and expertise to accelerate the design, development, and commercialization of pediatric medical technologies. By collaborating with academic institutions and industry partners, the consortium seeks to ensure that new devices meet the unique needs of children.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research are children who require specialized medical devices for their treatment.
Not a fit: Patients who do not require pediatric-specific medical devices may not receive benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to the development of innovative medical devices that improve health outcomes for children.
How similar studies have performed: Other research initiatives have successfully developed pediatric medical devices, indicating a promising potential for this approach.
Where this research is happening
Houston, United States
- Baylor College of Medicine — Houston, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Koh, Chester — Baylor College of Medicine
- Study coordinator: Koh, Chester
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.